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Zelenskiy's former chief of staff named suspect in major corruption probe

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Posted on May 11, 2026

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· Last updated: May 11, 2026

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Zelenskiy's Former Chief of Staff Named in Major Ukraine Corruption Probe

Corruption Investigation Details and Key Figures

Official Notice of Suspicion Issued

May 11 (Reuters) - Ukrainian authorities served President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's powerful former chief of staff with an official notice of suspicion as part of a major corruption investigation, Kyiv's anti-corruption agencies said on Monday.

Identity of the Official

The agencies did not name the official, in line with Ukrainian law, but local media widely identified him as Andriy Yermak, who resigned late last year amid a corruption scandal.

Reporting and Editorial Oversight

(Reporting by Dan Peleschuk; Editing by Nia Williams)

Key Takeaways

  • A suspect notice was served on Zelenskiy’s former chief of staff, identified by local media as Andriy Yermak, though agencies did not name him directly as per Ukrainian law. (elpais.com)
  • The corruption inquiry, known as Operation Midas, centers on a $100 million bribery and money‑laundering scandal at state nuclear company Energoatom. (euronews.com)
  • Yermak resigned in November 2025 after investigations by NABU and SAPO, including home and office searches; until now, authorities had not formally designated him a suspect. (euronews.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who was named as a suspect in the Ukrainian corruption probe?
Local media identified Zelenskiy's former chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, as the suspect.
What is the official accusation in the article?
The former chief of staff has been served a notice of suspicion as part of a major corruption investigation.
Did the Ukrainian authorities officially name the suspect?
No, in accordance with Ukrainian law, authorities did not officially disclose the suspect's name.
When did Andriy Yermak resign from his position?
Andriy Yermak resigned late last year amid the corruption scandal.
Which agencies are conducting the corruption investigation?
Kyiv's anti-corruption agencies are leading the investigation.

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